Strictly - shall you?

At last , although like others, I thought it was Judys best dance. Simon was brilliant as was Pixie. Really enjoyed them all.

Was it me or did Shirley Bassey hit a real 'bum' note at the beginning of her song ? Improved afterwards though. I hope she won't be another who goes on and on and retires while she is still on top.

It was right that Judy went, and Anton is great on these occasions, however I do think he is now getting just a little too old to compete against the younger professionals who are coming along (sorry, but it is about dancing and not personality). Judy was obviously very popular, and it is I think now anyone's trophy. Shirley Bassey should have sung a new song, one we could not compare her with, I thought last night's performance was rather sad. Enjoy strictly though.

Has Shirley had a face lift? She looked different to me.

Judy's best ever dance was the dance off when she probably knew that it was her last so could relax a bit.

I think it unfair that Anton has been saddled with "no hopers" for years.

Since Anton's first appearance on Strictly, he has become a 'celeb' - a real showman - to the extent that he has his own stage show (packed out!) and performs in game shows such as the awful Through the Wall (I think that was its name). I doubt if he will be complaining much about the 'no hopers'.

I still think Anton should be presenting Strictly or Head Judge as I'm getting fed up with Len.

Yes, I'm fed up with Len too. He always says the same things now.
I think Ian Waite would be a good judge, he's always quite fair on ITT.
The judges seem to be inconsistent with their remarks and then the scores.

I'll be glad when Steve B leaves, and Pixie has been a favourite of the judges which puts me off.
I think Mark Wright could win and even Simon, as he's now found his competitive streak.

Yes me too Len is a bit above himself - all that talking direct to the camera challenging the audience is a bit aggressive. He seems to talk less about technique these days and more of his unfunny quips - I wish he would go and pickle his walnuts.

So farewell Judy, not before time and, yes, will someone please empty a bag of ice-cubes over Len before he bursts into flame. Interesting to see how he gets on with Lucy Worsley tonight on BBC4 at 9pm about the history of dance. Could be a fiery contest of wills and egos. And Anton should certainly be elevated to compere or judge, he's certainly earned it.

Is it just me or was there something a bit revolting about Jake's Samba? Think the dance off will be Sunetra and that big muscly one dancing with Ola (senior moment re name)

I thought that (about his samba) So wrong in a man.

I liked the blue sparkly jumper Sunetra had on at the practice session. Would like to get one like that for DD for Xmas.

Steve! Knew the name would come back to me. Phew ��

Nice to see Claudia back.

Yes, I'd read that her daughter is so much better that she felt she could return' Zoe was a good stand-in but I do like Claudia!

Simon and Mark are now both serious contenders. Apart from Sunetra and muscle man, all the others were very good from the outset, but Simon and Mark have gone from mediocre to outstanding.

So that's what's meant by 'twerking'! I don't think I'm a great fan! My favourite tonight was Frankie. She made the Viennese waltz so fresh and youthful. And I agree that it is probably 'time up' for Steve - or maybe Sunetra.

Twerking! So thats it, but I think I would like to see it further demonstrated by a young lady with the initials 'KK' to be completely sure.

Papaoscar, just for once I am lost for words.

Good grief, there would be a total eclipse!!

Dance off between Steve and Sunetra, with Steve to go . Agree about Jake his dance was a bit a bit cringe making.

OMG! Barry Manilow's face!

What has Barry Manilow done to his face? He sadly looks like a waxwork model.

Crikey! He's 71...

His neck seemed to be strangely rigid.

Good fair result tonight.

Just as predicted. Steve made a nice little speech at the end. If there really was animosity between him and Ola, they made a pretty good show of being friends.